Creamy, cheesy spinach artichoke dip baked in a crispy sourdough bread bowl is warm, gooey, and perfect for your next gathering!

This dip has everything! It’s creamy, cheesy, full of colorful spinach, tender artichoke hearts, and tons of cheese!

When I want a cheesy dip that I can serve for any occasion I always think of spinach dip. I make it cold with the original ranch seasoning or I like to make this baked version.

But why not make it even more fun and serve it in a delicious bread bowl like this beer cheese dip? It has a crust that looks pretty and holds it shape, and you get to use the bread cubes as dippers!

Want it cold? Skip the baking and serve it as is. You might want to toast the bread chunks separately to give them some stability when scooping out the dip.

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labeled ingredients for a baked spinach and artichoke dip served in a bread bowl

See recipe card for complete information on ingredients and their quantities.

Ingredient Notes

Bread – Use a large bread boule or loaf with a nice crust. Feel free to use sourdough, pumpernickel, or your favorite bread.
Spinach – I use fresh spinach in this recipe but you can also use frozen. Just be sure to drain and squeeze as much water out of it as you can.
Artichoke hearts – I like to use the plain artichokes but feel free to use the marinated ones as well.
Cheese – I like a combination of mozzarella and Parmesan but Monterey Jack tastes great too. Use Pepper Jack for a little kick.

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How To Make A Spinach Dip Bread Bowl

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut off the top of the bread loaf and hollow out the center, leaving a thick border to create a bowl. Tear the removed bread into chunks for dipping.

mayonnaise, cream cheese, and spices in a clear bowl

In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

bowl of creamy dip with fresh spinach and artichoke hearts on top.

Add the artichoke hearts and fresh chopped spinach to the dip mixture

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Gently fold them into the dip so you don’t break them apart too much.

Spoon the mixture into the bread bowl and place the bread chunks on a baking sheet around the bowl.

Bake for 20 minutes or until the dip is bubbling and golden on top. Serve hot with the toasted bread chunks, fresh veggies, or crackers for dipping.

For the full recipe and detailed instructions, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

spinach artichoke dip baked in a bread loaf

How long does it last?

Once the dip is baked, it will last 1-2 hours at room temperature. If you have any leftovers, I recommend scooping the remaining dip out of the bread and store in a separate container. The bread will get soggy if you store it in the bread.

To reheat the dip, you can use the oven or a microwave. Bake in an oven-safe dish at 350F for about 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Or microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring half way through, until hot. If it gets too thick, stir in a little milk.

Can I make it ahead of time?

You can prepare the dip mixture ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Just fill the bread bowl and bake when ready to serve.

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Best Dippers

Here are a few of my favorite things to scoop this dip out of the bread bowl.

Bread cut out of the bread boule and cut into cubes
Crostini or sliced baguettes
Fresh vegetables like cucumber or carrot and celery sticks
Crackers, potato chips, tortilla chips, and pretzels.

Variations

I love spinach artichoke dip just as it is, but sometimes I like to add a little something extra to it. Here are a few ways to change it up and make it your own. If you have a different idea, comment below and let me know so I can try it too!

Leave out the artichokes and add more spinach!
Want more crunch? Fold in some water chestnuts.
Add in some crispy, crumbled bacon
Fold in some shredded rotisserie chicken, dried beef, or pulled pork to make it even heartier
Add chopped jalapeños, red pepper flakes, or hot sauce for some heat.

spinach dip with artichokes in a bowl made of bread

Can I use frozen spinach instead of fresh?

Yes! Just thaw, drain, and squeeze out as much excess water as possible before mixing it into the dip.

You can also cook the fresh spinach in a little olive oil and minced garlic to soften it and add a little extra flavor.

Can I make this without a bread bowl?

Absolutely! Bake the dip in a small casserole dish or oven-safe skillet and serve with toasted baguette slices, crackers, or veggies.

baked spinach artichoke dip in a sourdough bread loaf

Tapas Tips & Tricks

Be careful when cutting the bread. You want to leave at least an inch of bread in the bowl so it doesn’t get soggy.
If you like your dip cheesy, add more cheese to the dip and on top of it when you bake it.
Add in a dash or two of crushed red pepper flakes if you want a little heat to the dip.
Leave out the artichoke hearts and double up on the spinach if you prefer.

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Whip up this super creamy spinach artichoke dip bread bowl that is easy and comes with it’s own serving dish! Perfect for any party or get-together.